RBC Adds 2 UBS Teams With $900M

Ernst was with UBS since 2008. Prior to that, he was with Morgan Stanley from 1995 to 2008. Stark joined UBS in 2010 from Morgan Stanley, where he worked since 2007. O'Brien was with UBS since 2008 after leaving Morgan Stanley, where she started her career in 2000. Soper was with UBS since 2016. Prior to that, she was with Ameriprise 2005 to 2008. McGuire was with UBS since 2009. Before that, she was with Merrill Lynch, where she started her career in 1997.

"RBC's entrepreneurial culture is the real advantage for our team," Burt said in the announcement. "The organization has all the capabilities and resources we need to serve our clients, but the focus on creating the best-possible client experience is what ultimately led our decision," he noted.

"RBC's local leadership and strong presence in Lincoln, combined with the firm's advisor-friendly culture, made this the right move for our team and our clients," according to Ernst.

As RBC continues "expanding in the Lincoln market, we are thrilled to add talented, high-quality teams like the Burt/Adams Group and Ernst/Stark Group," Tim McEwen, director of RBC Wealth Management's Lincoln branch, said in a statement. "They are all-around excellent advisors who are known for their client loyalty and integrity, which make them a tremendous addition to our firm."

RBC Wealth Management has $416 billion in total client assets with more than 2,000 financial advisors operating in 179 locations in 42 states.

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